Outstanding Graduates
The Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering recognizes students who have worked diligently to excel academically and contribute to advancing the Fulton Schools mission.
Each semester, the Fulton Schools selects members of the graduating class who embody academic excellence, leadership and community service during their time as students. These exceptional students have excelled in research, public service, entrepreneurship and outreach.
Students chosen as Outstanding Graduates are honored for their exemplary academic performance and participation in activities that enhance their engineering skills. Impact Award winners are selected for their leadership, volunteer and service roles that have positively impacted the communities.
These students are deeply committed to making a positive impact on the world around them. Whether it is through volunteer work, community service, or other activities, these graduates are dedicated to improving the lives of those around them in the ASU community, Arizona and globally.
Learn about the exceptional graduates of the Fall 2023 class below.
Outstanding graduates
Fatmah Alshehhi
BSE in aerospace engineering – aeronautics
Fatmah Alshehhi was drawn to ASU due to its reputation in engineering and its history of collaborating with her home country on the Emirates Mars Mission.
Riley Berg
BSE in environmental engineering
Inspired by her love of outdoor activities, Riley Berg aims to contribute to water conservation through environmental engineering.
Michael Bochenek
BSE in technological entrepreneurship and management
Michael Bochenek has cultivated his skills in business and engineering beyond the classroom.
Aidan Carson
BSE in civil engineering
Aidan Carson's interest in civil engineering stemmed from a family friend's surveying firm. Now, he aims to contribute to developing large-scale aviation projects.
Logan Colberg
BS in environmental and resource management
Logan Colberg found a fresh start after transferring to ASU as well as an exciting new career field working for the U.S. government.
Evan Erickson
BS in air traffic management, BS in air transportation management, BS in unmanned aerial systems
Evan Erickson's academic aspirations expanded to pursuing three degrees when he was introduced to the air traffic control simulators at ASU's Polytechnic campus.
David Lee
BS in information technology
David Lee wanted to attend a four-year school where he could be around others passionate about cybersecurity and found that by transferring to the Fulton Schools.
Nicole Mulvey
BSE in electrical engineering
Impact Award winner and Outstanding Graduate Nicole Mulvey helped students to network and bond as ASU’s Society of Women Engineers chapter outreach director.
Majd Nawara
BSE in industrial engineering
When he was able to use what he learned at ASU in his work as an engineering intern for a major company, Majd Nawara says it assured him he had made a good career choice.
Zachary Norris
BSE in mechanical engineering
Zachary Norris has always had a passion for understanding the practical applications of engineering. He'll soon put those understandings to use in his new role as a structural engineer.
Jessica Roy
BSE in construction engineering
Outstanding Graduate Jessica Roy will be flying on to her next adventure following graduation, but she plans to take her skills in engineering with her.
Will Snitzer
BSE in construction management and technology
Will Snitzer found his passion exploring the engineering behind everyday structures. Now, he aims to work in water and wastewater treatment plants.
Thomas Spencer
BS in computer science
Once Thomas Spencer decided to study computer science and focus on cybersecurity, he found a passion for learning and helping others start their own journeys.
Lauren Voorhees
BSE in computer systems engineering
Lauren Voorhees initially came to ASU because of the Fulton Schools’ great reputation. She overcame her own difficulties in the program to help guide first-year engineering students.
Samuel Smith Watson
BSE in chemical engineering
Samuel Smith Watson's family always stressed the importance of a good education. At ASU, he learned the value of making real-world connections in engineering, economics and business management.
Zoe Webb
BSE in engineering management
Zoe Webb says that engineering management requires the perfect combination of math, science and people skills.
Impact Award winners
Yousef Sofian Alshraideh
BSE in industrial engineering
Yousef Sofian Alshraideh took inspiration from the support of his most impactful professors to give back as a tutor, teaching assistant and more.
Jacob Anderson
BSE in electrical engineering
Impact Award winner Jacob Anderson dove into research in the Miniaturized and Advanced Power Electronics Lab, resulting in an IEEE-published paper.
Fahim Tasneema Azad
MS in computer science
Fahim Tasneema Azad worked with many people from diverse backgrounds through her extensive involvement on campus while at ASU.
Jaden Heidbreder
BSE in industrial engineering
Jaden Heidbreder is excited to be part of a field with a focus on improving system. She spent much of her time at ASU helping her peers prepare for their own careers.
Moe Khezrian
MS in industrial engineering
Moe Khezrian wrote and published a book that bridges the gap between practical and literary principles in manufacturing and industrial engineering.
Michael Leef
BSE in electrical engineering
Impact Award winner Michael Leef participated in many extracurricular opportunities to prepare for his transmission and distribution engineering job at Arizona Public Service.
Anthony Liardo
BSE in electrical engineering
ASU Online student Anthony Liardo completed his electrical engineering degree through ASU’s partnership with Uber Eats, conducting research along the way.
Nicole Mulvey
BSE in electrical engineering
Impact Award winner and Outstanding Graduate Nicole Mulvey helped students to network and bond as ASU’s Society of Women Engineers chapter outreach director.
Lauren Voorhees
BSE in computer systems engineering
Lauren Voorhees initially came to ASU because of the Fulton Schools’ great reputation. She overcame her own difficulties in the program to help guide first-year engineering students.
Di Wu
MS in computer science
Di Wu’s studies in the Fulton Schools have inspired him to introduce automation and artificial intelligence innovations into operations at his logistics supply company.
Convocation speakers
Jaden Heidbreder
BSE in industrial engineering
Jaden Heidbreder is excited to be part of a field with a focus on improving system. She spent much of her time at ASU helping her peers prepare for their own careers.
Madeleine Jennings
PhD in engineering education systems and design
Madeleine Jennings sees engineering as a social science and aspires to advocate for engineering to be taught as more than simply a technical field.